Peterborough Regional Health Centre - Geriatric Assessment and Intervention Network (GAIN)

Application

Physician, nurse practitioner and self-referrals accepted

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Frail seniors living at home, 75 years or older, who are at risk due to multiple complex medical and psycho-social problems, unexplained decline in health or loss of capacity for living independently.

Fees

None

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough, Northumberland County, and Peterborough County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides an inter-professional approach to assessment and care for high-risk seniors, generally aged 75 and older who live at home or in a retirement residence; have multiple complex medical, functional and psychosocial problems; have recently experienced a functional or cognitive decline; or are at risk for falling, or have experienced falls.

Seniors will be assessed and treated as needed. Recommendations and treatment plans will be created and shared with the senior and primary care provider. The inter-professional team at the GAIN clinic includes:

Behavioural Support Nurse
Nurse Practitioners
Physiotherapist
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker
Personal Support workers
Pharmacist
Ontario Health atHome Care Coordinators
Geriatrician or physician who specializes in geriatrics available for consultation when required